Monolouge ... Discussing, Practising and Deciding.

Today in class we discussed the elements of a good monologue....

1. Select an entertaining one. Choose a monologue you love doing so we will love watching you.

2. Find one that "fits you like a glove" so we believe you. Know your type and range as far as being cast. Make sure the part is age-appropriate and physically accurate.

3. Choose one that is serio-comedic – not just comedic or dramatic. Show us some change in emotion but keep us laughing. 

4. Fine one with an element of surprise. If the audience is three steps ahead of you, they get bored very fast.

5. Choose one that is NOT full of foul language or rude sexual innuendos. The exception here is unless it is essential to the character, who in spite of the language is funny or quirky. But be careful. 

Bibliography

Gilliss, G. (2013, February 19). 9 Elements That Make a Great Monologue.Backstage.com. Retrieved September 15, 2014, from http://www.backstage.com/advice-for-actors/backstage-experts/9-elements-make-great-monologue/